Buick Enclave vs. Volkswagen Touareg 2 Review

Performance
As far as horsepower, the Buick Enclave packs quite a wallop and will knock the Volkswagen down a few rungs. On the flip side, note that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With their similar turning circles, the Volkswagen Touareg 2 and the Buick likely handle roughly the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Buick Enclave and the Volkswagen Touareg 2 have similar-sized engines, with a slight advantage to the Volkswagen Touareg 2.

Utility
The Buick will most definitely prove more convenient than the Volkswagen Touareg 2 for those of you with frequent child-cargo. Towing is considerably more the Volkswagen Touareg 2's forte than it is the Buick Enclave's.

Convenience
You will have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Buick than with the Volkswagen.

Comfort
Taller drivers will considerably enjoy the extra head room in the Buick Enclave's front cabin compared to the Volkswagen Touareg 2. The ampler interior dimensions of the Buick Enclave make it significantly roomier for your passengers than the Volkswagen Touareg 2.

Dimensions
The Volkswagen Touareg 2 is considerably heavier than the Buick Enclave. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Touareg 2 than the Buick because of its larger tank. The Touareg 2 and the Enclave compete for the same parking spaces.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs almost the same to get the Volkswagen Touareg 2 to the dealership as the Buick Enclave. The Buick Enclave won't tax your gas budget considerably more than the Volkswagen Touareg 2 will. The Enclave doesn't pale in comparison to the Touareg 2 as far as fuel economy. With respect to MSRP, the Buick Enclave doesn't cost much less than the Volkswagen Touareg 2.

Warranty
The basic after-sale protection that comes with the Volkswagen Touareg 2 isn't quite as generous as the Buick Enclave's.